Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire: 56 facts and highlights

1. weight

85g

Polar RCX3 GPS: 33g

2. thickness

16mm

Motorola MOTOACTV: 9.6mm

3. Has a barometer

This measures barometric air pressure. It can predict weather changes, for example a sudden drop in air pressure could mean a storm is coming. When calibrated correctly it can be used to determine altitude, which helps GPS devices to lock on quicker and with greater accuracy.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

37% have it

4. Is compatible with Android

It is compatible with a range of Android devices such as smartphones and tablets.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

20% have it

5. Has Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows you to easily transfer data between different devices, such as smartphones, tablets and computers.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

35% have it

6. resolution

218 x 218px

Casio Pro Trek Smart (WSD-F20): 320 x 300px

7. Supports ANT+

ANT+ is a wireless protocol similar to Bluetooth Smart, and is very power efficient. It is mainly used for fitness monitoring devices such as heart rate monitors and cadence sensors to connect to other devices, eg. sports watches, smartphones and cycling computers.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

27% have it

8. Has a route tracker

With a route tracker you can add your route onto a map. It is helpful if you plan to do the same route again, or want to share it with your community.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

33% have it

9. Has vibrating alerts

Vibrating alerts have a variety of uses, such as interval training.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

31% have it

10. Provides activity reports

Your activity data is analysed to give you reports, available to view through the app or website. This allows you to see how active you have been and to help you make improvements.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

39% have it

11. Has trackback mode

This feature enables you to track your route and reverse it in order to guide you back to where you began your journey.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

19% have it

12. battery life with GPS on

There is less chance that you will run out of battery during an adventure.

16h

Polar M200: 144h

13. Syncs wirelessly

The device syncs all of your data wirelessly, without the need for cables.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

33% have it

14. waterproofing maximum depth

These devices will not experience water damage, e.g. in the shower. Devices which can withstand more water pressure are better for swimming or diving.

100m

Casio GWA1000FC-2A: 200m

15. Has multi-sport mode

Multi-sport mode allows you to easily switch between tracking different sports such as running, cycling and swimming. This is ideal for those who need to change quickly between different activities, eg. triathletes.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

27% have it

16. Has achievements

You are awarded achievements for reaching goals, helping to encourage you and keep you motivated.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

16% have it

17. Has a 3D compass

3D compass is a compass that will show accurate readings also when the compass is tilted. Therefore you don’t need to keep the compass on level ground to get steady readings.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

22% have it

18. Is compatible with iOS

It is compatible with a range of iOS devices such as iPhones, iPads and the iPod Touch.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

29% have it

19. Has goal setting

Allows you to set your own goals, such as reaching 15,000 steps in a single day.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

37% have it

20. Locates your phone

The device has a feature that allows you to find your smartphone if you have misplaced it.

21. has GPS

22. height

23. Has inactivity alerts

The device detects when you have been idle for too long, and alerts you to encourage you to stay active.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

18% have it

24. has a compass

A compass is useful in games, map and navigation software.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

46% have it

25. has an accelerometer

An accelerometer is a sensor used to measure the linear acceleration of a device. A common application is detecting when a device changes between vertical and horizontal positions.

Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire

37% have it

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